Honda ACCORD HYBRID 2005 Service Manual page 647

P C V V a l v e I n s p e c t i o n a n d T e s t
1. Remove the intake manifold cover (see step 1 on
page 9-3).
2. Check the PCV valve (A), hoses (B), and
connections for leaks or restrictions.
3. At idle, listen to the PCV valve (A) w i t h a
stethoscope as y o u lightly pinch the PCV hose (B)
w i t h your fingers or pliers several times. Each t i m e
the hose is pinched, the valve should click.
If there is no clicking sound, check the PCV valve
g r o m m e t for cracks or damage. If the g r o m m e t is
OK, replace the PCV valve and recheck.
P C V V a l v e R e p l a c e m e n t
1. Remove the intake m a n i f o l d cover (see step 1 on
page 9-3).
2. Remove the bolt (A).
NOTE: Take care not to spill oil on the hot exhaust
m a n i f o l d .
8.7 Ibf ft)
3. Remove the PCV valve (B).
4. Install the valve in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
• W h e n installing a new PCV valve, make sure the
O-rings (C) are in place.
• W h e n installing a used PCV valve, use new
O-rings (C).
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